25.10.10

End Of Blog Transmission ... For Now

Less than a week after my first stroke, i find myself mired in thoughts about this humble blog you read, fearing the lack of updates and web-silence, besides the flurry of activity on my facebook, and Vinyl Hearts (when news of my stroke first broke), and I've been told my twitter (which i could not literally check). After near 5 years of blogging, and given my current stubborn incapacitation (it took me 45 minutes to type all these incl spellchecks ;p), I am disheartened to say I will discontinue updating this blog, indefinitely.

One fine day I WILL be back, but that time is not charted nor planned. I will need to recover first, in body and mind, to be able to share my life and passion with toys with you all again. Anything less would and will be an affront to my earlier efforts, your gracious support and time spent in reading daily. And thank you for all your efforts, love and well-wishes. I really hope to see you guys later, if not sooner.

66 comments:

i cant say i know you or vice versa, but I have followed this blog as my main resource for finding out what is going on in the world of toys, nerdyness and just al l round badassery!

thank you for all the time you have dedicated to us all but the main priority now is that you take this time to recuperate. All the best to you and your family... and Im sure im not the only one who will be eagerly awaiting good news on your return.

From the day back in 2006 when I discovered your blog, I knew I was hooked. I found like minded people interested in creating and collecting a whole new genre of art. Thanks to Andy, I am now a member of this microcosm called toys. Tons of well wishes and gratitude for all you've done for me, and for everyone in the toy community!

me too. i've also been following this blog and you've given me much inspiration daily for every post you've put. i hope that you can recover and get back to daily life again! you've been awesome and i hope that everything goes well for you.

Hey Bro...Still remember me? At Stgcc last year, I got you to personally sign 2 of your Yokas, 1 for myself & 1 to sell?? Until now I still believe no one is more dedicated to the toy cause compared to you & you are always someone I look up to. Take care brother, recuperate & I know in my heart you will live long & prosper.

Yes your BLOG has been a wealth of information for me as well. I will miss the late night tweets while pressing F5 as i am waiting for the next toy drop. It was nice having you to keep us in the states entertain during those late hours. We all hope you kick this stroke in the ass and get back to to your old Andy self. God Bless and stay strong. We will see you soon.

Andy, take care of yourself first! The blog and your readers will be here when you are healthy. Please drop us a line now and than to tell us how you're doing. You won't be far from our thoughts. Every long journey starts with a small step. Keep a watch for the tunnel's end!

Just want to say thank you for this blog and all the work you put into it. I was visiting it daily to get my toy fix. I wish you a quick recovery and hope you get well soon to see this blog live again.

I started collecting toys a few years ago and slowly getting to know more friends that also into toys collecting. Untill someone intro me about your blog which I have been keep tracking of all the new toys you post each time. I love toys so much and couldnt really find out all the resources about the new toys that are launching. It has been in one of the must see site each time if I will to on my com as I think toysrevil are the only sources I can find with all the new toys post. I have seen you at some toys conventions places before but dare not go out to say a hi. I am so sorry to hear about your stroke and know how is it like as I have relatives having that too. You take care and recover soon and have to watch out more for food that goes into your body now. Though you may not know me at all but I will always know about your toysrevil. Ivan

Oh wow. Thank you for the past years of enjoyable material on this blog. This is actually one of the first and only blogs that I follow and not because I lack the time to follow anything else. I pray for your safe recovery and eagerly await the time when you will grace us with your genuine insight and knowledge. May god be with you and your health and recovery will be in my thoughts.

We can't thank you enough Andy for your amazing Blog and all round support over the years. You absolutely do right to take time out for yourself after everything you have done for everyone else in the toy community. Don't feel any pressure to hurry back duder, your recovery is paramount :)Rob and I wish you all the best man, our thoughts are with you and your family.

I have long enjoyed your blog as it stands as the best in terms of vinyl/toy coverage. Thanks to your dedication, I have not only learned about great new creations and brands, but have acquired many pieces that I love. The blogosphere will be a much more quite place without your updates, but I wish you only the best in a full and speedy recovery!

You will rejoin us soon Andy! Stay focused on your health and you will be back to strength. I thoroughly appreciate your blog and continue to follow through the years. Prayers with you for a speedy recovery..

Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful resource for so long! I wish you the very best and can not wait to hear some positive news about your health and the state of TOYSREVIL. Thanks again! Get well soon!

hey andy thanks for all the joy, memories and inspiration you've brought over the years with this blog. It may not be much, but we just wanted to let you know in so many ways, you've really made a difference in our lives by living your passion and dreams on the blog. God bless for a speedy recovery, our prayers and thoughts are with you, and we eagerly await your blockbuster return. YOu'll always rock.

Thank you, Andy, for letting us know of yourplans to return one day to your rockin' blog.It's encouraging to read the posts about yourrecovery on Vinyl Hearts and to see that yourfamily is there to help in so many ways. Youand your family are in my prayers.

best wishes on your road to recovery, will await your return as one of the best toy bloggers out there...come back soon. BTW, you look fantastic with your new haircut...so impressed with your progress and your positive progress!!! keep it up!

Dear designers, toy-makers and toy-customizers,If you have noticed for some time now, certain images posted on this blog is either darkened (when the image has a white background) or brightened (when the image is deemed too dark).

I need to let you folks know that they are actually automatically altered when they are uploaded and published on the blog, and are not deliberately treated in anyway by myself!Until a reason is given by Picasa or a resolution reached, I seek understanding and patience from everyone. Thank you.